Presentation
Shortness of breath.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Bochdalek hernia
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There is herniation of some peritoneal fat through a diaphragmatic defect in the posteromedial aspect of the left hemidiaphragm.
Case Discussion
Features on CT scan can be compatible with Bochdalek hernia which is a form of congenital diaphragmatic hernias. They occur posteriorly and are due to a defect in the posterior attachment of the diaphragm when there is a failure of pleuroperitoneal membrane closure in utero. Retroperitoneal structures may prolapse through the defect.
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